Stories
John’s story
My name is John. I’m 76 years old and I care for my wife Jane who is 81. I’ve been caring for Jane for 22 years. I was on the … Read more
Kathlyn’s story
My name is Kathlyn. I am 81 years old and I care for my husband. He started off last year with rheumatoid arthritis and was in the Royal and he … Read more
Kate’s story
I’m Kate. I am a Parent Carer Support Worker and a General Carer Support Worker. I’m also a carer myself. I support two children, one with a physical disability and one … Read more
Jane’s story
My name is Jane. I am new to COEL and joined the Carers Panel in 2023. I am a mother to 2 children with additional needs and support my ex-military … Read more
Billy’s story
I’m Billy. I’ve been a carer since I was 14 years old. When I was a teenager I supported my Mum. She was diagnosed with MS when I was 15. … Read more
Karen’s story
Hi, I’m Karen. I’m a Mum to two young children and a carer for my Dad. I first got in contact with Carers of East Lothian when my dad had … Read more
Teresa’s story
My name is Teresa, I’ve just turned 67. I am married and I come from Brazil. We haven’t been here very long, only 8 years. My husband and I met … Read more
Liz’s story
What does caring mean to me? Looking out for friends and family, and stepping up when needs dictate. Keeping that person’s interests to the fore and trying to improve/maintain quality … Read more
Megan’s story
I am 34 almost 35 years old. I have had fibro(myalgia) since I was 12 but it has got progressively worse as I have gotten older. I never used to … Read more
Hayden’s story
We work closely with East Lothian Council’s Young Carers Service. Here is a story highlighting the experience of one of the young carers they support. My name is Hayden, I’m … Read more
Videos
Watch our shorter video Support for Carers (4:22) to learn more about how we support unpaid carers.
Watch our longer video Carers’ Stories (11:38) to learn more about the lives and experiences of some of the carers we support.